The average train between Detmold and Basel takes 7h 1m and the fastest train takes 6h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Detmold to Basel. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Detmold and Basel. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Detmold is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Basel at 1:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Altenbeken and take an average of 7h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 41m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Detmold to Basel? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Detmold to Basel. However, there are services departing from Altenbeken station and arriving at Basel Bad Bf station via Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.
Detmold to Basel train services, operated by National Express, depart from Altenbeken station.
Detmold to Basel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel Bad Bf station.
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The distance between Detmold and Basel is 495.9 km. The road distance is 566 km.
You can take a train from Detmold, Bahnhof to Basel Bad Bf via Altenbeken and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe in around 6h 52m.